The Blue Train: Cape Town to Pretoria

Duration: 2 Days

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The Blue Train route between Cape Town and Pretoria is a 31-hour journey of 1600 kilometres (994 miles), through some of the most diverse and spectacular sce﻿nery offered by the African sub-continent. On the Northbound journey, the train leaves Cape Town at 08h30 and arrives in Pretoria at 15h00 the following day. The Blue Train stops at Matjiesfontein for an off-the-train excursion. On arrival at Matjiesfontein guests are invited for a glass of sherry at the bar. The Victorian buildings and original nineteenth century London lampposts impart to the traveller

Itinerary Highlights

Around-the-clock personal Butlers see to the guests’ every need for the duration of their journey; be it in the comfort of their private suites or in any one of our exquisite lounges.

The train features panoramic size windows enabling guests to comfortably view the stunning scenery of the South African countryside.

Guests indulge in sublime fine-dining accompanied by some of the best wines South Africa has to offer.

Guests can tune into the driver’s eye view camera and watch the world ahead as the train swiftly glides along on its 27 hour journey of 1,600 kilometres.

Modern technological advancements include a TV monitor in each suite, an automated 24 channel entertainment system and Wi-Fi throughout.

Itinerary in Brief

Day 1: Depart Cape Town

Day 2: Arrive Pretoria

Day 1: Depart Cape Town

You will begin this exciting adventure early in the morning where you
will register and check-in at Cape Town Station. Guests are boarded
directly to The Blue Train. Please enjoy your your pre-departure snacks
and drinks onboard. Brunch will be served according to planned schedule.

The Blue Train will later arrive in Matjiesfontein for a 45 minute off-the train excursion. Guests are invited for a glass of sherry at the bar. The sherry glass engraved with The Blue Train Logo is a memento for guests to keep. The Victoria buildings and original nineteenth century London lampposts impart to the traveller, the uncanny sense of entering a colonial time warp. After the short excursion, The Blue Train will depart for is northbound journey to Pretoria. High tea and dinner will be served later according to planned schedule.

*Remember, dinner is an elegant affair and men are requested to wear a jacket and tie and ladies elegant evening wear.

Day 2: Arrive Pretoria

In the morning, you will be served breakfast on a first come first serve
basis. You will then enjoy a three-course lunch served at leisure on a first come first served basis. The train will later arrive at Pretoria Station where the adventure will end.